Journey to Europe's Far West: 8-Day Art Tour of Spain and Portugal (Barcelona to Paris)

Included in the price

1. Hotels: Double rooms in locally rated three-star hotels throughout the trip (hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary);

2. Transportation: tour bus or business-class van (note: assigned according to the number of participants);

3. Tour staff: Dedicated bus driver + Chinese-speaking guide, or a Chinese-speaking driver-guide for the entire trip (Note: For groups traveling in vehicles with 9 seats or fewer, a Chinese-speaking driver-guide will be provided);

4. Meals: Hotel breakfast;

5. Luggage: 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 23 kg and 1 carry-on bag.

Not included in the price

1. Admission tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary;

2. Tips for the driver and tour guide (if a small group is accompanied by a driver-guide, tips must be paid for both the driver and the guide);

3. Single-room supplement: Guests who do not wish to share a room and request a single room must pay the single-room supplement for the entire tour (if added during the tour, twice the single-room supplement will be charged);

4. Lunch and dinner: Your guide will make recommendations; dining is optional;

5. Personal travel insurance: When traveling overseas, be sure to purchase insurance to ensure that an insurer can protect your interests in the event of a personal accident, such as illness or loss of property.

6. Financial losses and liability arising from delays or itinerary changes caused by force majeure, such as weather or strikes, or by breakdowns involving aircraft, vehicles, ships or other modes of transport.

7. Personal expenses for telephone, fax, laundry and ironing, pay-TV, hairdressing, tobacco and alcohol, beverages, luggage handling and other services at the hotel; local ground costs not specified elsewhere (visa, airfare, travel insurance, etc.);

8. All personal expenses and any expenses not listed as included.

Other Information

1. Child discount: Children under 6 years old who do not occupy a bed and share a double room with two parents are eligible for a 35% discount; when one adult travels with one child, the child pays the adult price;

2. Tour guides do not provide commentary inside attractions. At some attractions, you may need to pay for commentary by a licensed local guide. The tour guide will advise you on site;

3. If you are concerned that sharing a room may affect your sleep, we recommend purchasing the single-room supplement in advance.

4. Please note: During peak season, visitor controls and long queues at the Sagrada Familia may apply. If you wish to visit inside the church, we recommend booking tickets online yourself after confirming the timing when placing your order.

https://tickets.sagradafamilia.org/site/SagradaFamilia/product/10/type/1 (Recommended: purchase tickets for 11:00 a.m.)

Optional activities

Information about optional activities

Mandatory expenses

Attraction admission tickets

Driver and tour guide tips

The above prices are for reference only. If prices change, the prices announced at the time will apply.

Please cooperate with and follow the tour guide’s schedule for optional activities; the guide’s itinerary takes priority.

Cancellation and amendment terms

1. Tour cancellation

31 or more days before departure (including the 31st day): The company charges 5% of the amount due on the booking order;

15–30 days before departure (including the 30th day): The company charges 20% of the amount due on the booking order;

8–14 days before departure (including the 14th day), the company charges 50% of the amount due on the booking order;

Within 7 days before departure (including the 7th day), once all vehicle and hotel reservations have been confirmed, the company will not refund any of the tour fees you have paid;

*For a cancellation after a change: if a traveler cancels after the itinerary has been changed, the cancellation terms will be calculated based on the departure date of the original itinerary.

2. Changes to another tour (this change policy applies only to transfers between multi-day tours)

31 or more days before departure (including the 31st day): No change fee is charged;

15–30 days before departure (including the 30th day): The company charges a change fee of 10% of the amount due on the booking order;

8–14 days before departure (including the 14th day), the company charges a change fee equal to 30% of the amount due on the booking order;

0–7 days before departure (including the 7th day): Vehicle and hotel reservations have been fully confirmed and cannot be changed. We regret that the company cannot refund any of the travel fees you have paid;

*For a second change after a previous change: if the second change is made at least 31 days before departure (including 31 days), a 5% change fee will be charged.

*Receivables include the basic tour price and additional-night charges.

[Additional information]:

As long as you do not cancel the tour, extra hotel nights can be canceled or changed free of charge up to 7 days before departure. Within 7 days of departure, extra hotel nights cannot be canceled or changed. If you add a hotel night while on tour, a €5 per person handling fee applies (nearby hotels may raise their prices). Discounted tour groups are non-refundable and cannot be changed.

[Note]:

1) If a participant is unable to join the tour as scheduled due to special circumstances, the booking may be changed to a future tour, subject to the change terms stated above.

2) If a participant unexpectedly leaves the tour or does not take part in any group activities during the trip (such as meals or visits), they must complete and sign the “Declaration of Withdrawal from Tour Mid-Trip” provided by our company. Fees paid are non-refundable.

3) The above circumstances must be supported by written notice; otherwise, they will be deemed automatically waived, and our company will bear no responsibility.

Important Information for Tour Participants

To best protect your interests, please read our “Booking Information and Terms of Responsibility” carefully. This document sets out important matters that we bring to the attention of our outbound tour members and, together with our “Overseas Travel Safety Information and Other Important Notes,” forms part of the travel contract. We reserve all rights to interpret the content of this website.

(1) Registration Process and Important Notes

If you book through this website, please carefully read all terms published on our company website and in the order confirmation and tour departure notices in advance. Once you submit an order, we will consider this confirmation that you have read and fully agreed to the terms published by our company. If a tour member breaches any of the rules specified in these terms, they will be solely responsible for all resulting consequences.

1. To book, first complete the booking form on the website. Please carefully fill in and check that all information, including name, gender, ID/passport number, contact details, room type, and pickup/drop-off points, is correct. We are not responsible for any losses arising from errors in information provided by the applicant. After successful submission, we will send you a booking confirmation. As coach seating is limited, boarding arrangements will be prioritized according to when payment is received. We will determine the vehicle based on the group size and ensure one seat per person. After checking that all information is correct, please arrange payment within the order's validity period. If the tour fee is not paid in full by the deadline, the booking will be considered automatically canceled. We reserve the right to cancel your order without further notice.

2. Participants must pay 100% of the tour price within the order hold period once the tour departure is confirmed. As coach seats and hotel rooms are limited, and hotel room bookings are often subject to deadlines, participants booking within five working days before departure should promptly complete payment. Otherwise, our company reserves the right, depending on the circumstances, to hold or cancel such orders without first obtaining the applicant’s consent. The payer is responsible for any fees incurred by any method of payment. After paying, please send our company proof of payment (the transaction slip for an in-person bank transfer or a screenshot of the successful online transfer) by email or fax. Be sure to include the relevant order number in the proof; otherwise, our finance department will be unable to match the payment to the order. If, due to late payment, the tour fee has still not arrived two days before the end of the tour, our company may require the participant to leave an equivalent amount in cash with the tour guide. If subsequent verification confirms that a duplicate payment was made, our company will promptly refund the overpaid amount.

3. Our company will confirm your place on the tour once payment has been received. Three days before departure, you will receive a tour confirmation notice at the email address provided when you registered. It will include details such as your guide, itinerary, and pickup and drop-off locations. Due to network delays or spam-filter settings, you may not receive the notice three days before departure. If this happens, please contact the relevant staff member for assistance.

4. By default, our company arranges room-sharing between guests of the same gender. Hotel room types are arranged according to guests' requests at registration. If an individual or an odd-numbered group registers (such as 3, 5, or 7 people), we will arrange room-sharing as appropriate. If you do not wish to share a room, you may pay the additional single-room supplement. In exceptional circumstances, such as a shortage of rooms at a particular hotel during peak season or other uncontrollable factors, room arrangements may change, and tour members must cooperate with our arrangements. If the room allocated on arrival does not meet your requirements because you entered your gender or room preferences incorrectly when registering, our company will coordinate arrangements based on room availability at the hotel on the day of check-in. Any additional costs incurred will be borne by the tour member.

Please note: Although we arrange shared rooms for travelers who do not know one another, the personalities and conduct of the other group members are entirely unrelated to our company. If differences in habits or any disputes arise, neither our company nor the tour guide is responsible for mediating or getting involved.

5. If a traveler needs to leave the tour early due to special circumstances, they must notify us at the time of booking/before joining the tour and sign an “Early Departure Declaration.” For each night of accommodation not used due to early departure, the refund will be €30 (or €50 per night if a single room was booked for the entire tour). No reduction in the tour price applies if no hotel night is missed. If a traveler requests to leave the tour early after it has begun, they must notify the tour guide and sign an “Early Departure Declaration”; fees paid are non-refundable. Travelers must provide truthful information about their health, identity and other details when booking and during the trip, complete all relevant forms accurately, and fulfill all legal requirements. Travelers are responsible for any costs or losses arising from personal reasons, such as feeling unwell during the trip. Travelers with a significant medical history (for example, a serious or terminal illness, or a contagious disease) must disclose this truthfully when booking. In view of a traveler's health or other circumstances, our company reserves the right to refuse the booking.

6. Travelers aged 70 or older must be accompanied by a family member and complete the “Tour Participation Declaration” when booking. If a traveler insists on joining without a family member, our company reserves the right to refuse the booking, depending on the circumstances. Travelers are responsible for all consequences arising from their own actions during the trip.

7. Pregnant travelers must disclose their pregnancy when booking. As a general rule, travelers who are more than 24 weeks pregnant are advised not to join the tour. Those who insist on joining must be accompanied by a family member and complete a “Disclaimer of Liability”; our company reserves the right to refuse the booking, depending on the circumstances. Travelers who are less than 24 weeks pregnant and insist on joining must also be accompanied by a family member and complete a “Tour Participation Declaration”; our company reserves the right to refuse the booking, depending on the circumstances. Travelers are responsible for all consequences arising from their own actions during the trip.

8. Minors joining the tour must be accompanied by at least one adult, who must fulfill their guardianship responsibilities and ensure the minor’s safety. The tour member is responsible for any consequences arising during the trip from the minor’s own actions or from inadequate supervision by the accompanying adult.

9. Tour members must ensure that all information provided for joining the tour is accurate, especially personal identification details and contact telephone numbers. Tour members are responsible for any consequences arising from incorrect information they provide (for example, being unable to cross a border because personal identification documents have expired or the visa type does not meet the relevant country’s entry requirements, or a guide and other relevant staff being unable to contact a tour member because the mobile phone number provided is incorrect). Any resulting losses, including personal return expenses, transportation costs, and travel expenses, must be borne by the tour member.

10. Applicants are advised not to book any flights or other tickets related to the tour before their booking is confirmed. If a participant chooses to book flights or other tickets related to the itinerary but is ultimately unable to join the tour, the applicant shall bear all resulting losses.

11. The travel agency may terminate the contract if a participant falls into any of the following circumstances (unless otherwise provided by relevant laws and administrative regulations): (1) The participant has an infectious or other disease that may endanger the health and safety of other participants; (2) The participant carries items that endanger public safety and refuses to hand them over to the relevant authorities; (3) The participant engages in illegal activities or activities contrary to public morals; (4) The participant engages in activities that seriously infringe on the rights and interests of other Party A, and refuses to heed warnings or stop; (5) Other circumstances stipulated by law that affect the performance of the contract. If the travel agency terminates the contract for any of the above reasons, it shall notify the participant in writing or by other means and refund the remaining amount after deducting necessary expenses as appropriate.

(2) Tour Fees

1. Included in the price:

1) Luxury air-conditioned coach or other transportation specified in the itinerary

(Note: Our agency arranges vehicles according to group size and guarantees one seat per person. Luggage allowance: each person may bring one personal bag on board and one piece of luggage to be stowed on the vehicle (the total of its length, width, and height must not exceed 158 cm, and its weight must not exceed 23 kg).

2) Accommodation in European star-rated hotels, with breakfast at the hotel. (Note: Day tours do not include hotel accommodation.)

3) An experienced Chinese-speaking tour leader will accompany the group and lead sightseeing tours.

2. Exclusions:

1) Driver, guide, and other tips.

2) All meals during the itinerary.

3) Expenses during free time.

4) Admission tickets, boat tickets, and bridge tolls for the optional excursions listed in the itinerary.

5) Travelers' personal expenses incurred during the itinerary, such as non-complimentary meals and drinks on transport; excess baggage fees; laundry, telephone, telegram, beverage and alcoholic drink charges during the stay; hotel costs for extended stays; medical expenses for personal illness or injury; and costs and rewards for recovering personally lost items.

6) Costs of medical insurance, personal accident insurance and baggage insurance.

7) Additional expenses resulting from force majeure beyond our company's control, including weather, transport delays, strikes, transport breakdowns and personal issues.

8) All expenses after leaving the tour.

9) Other items not included in the above “Included in the fee” section.

Our company reserves the right of final interpretation regarding any other expenses not specified above.

3. Discounts on self-operated products and their terms of use

1) Children under 6 receive a 35% discount on standard tours! Children under 6 receive a 20% discount on small-group premium tours! *Note: Children do not occupy a bed. Please contact us if a bed is required. If one adult travels with a child, the child pays the full price.

2) Only one coupon may be used per order.

3) Except for Travel Credits, which may be combined with other discounts, all other discounts are non-combinable. If multiple discount conditions apply, only the highest discount will be applied; discounts cannot be stacked.

4. Room-sharing service

1) Travelers booking alone may opt for room sharing. We will arrange a same-gender roommate, and no single-room supplement will be charged whether or not we are successful in finding one. Note: For bookings made within 5 days of departure, we reserve the right to charge a single-room supplement for the entire trip, depending on the circumstances. [Note: Free room-sharing service does not apply to accommodation before or after the tour];

2) Solo travelers booking a “Premium Chinese Small Group” tour may request to share a room. They must first pay the single-room supplement for the unpaired traveler; if another traveler later joins them in the room, the supplement paid in advance will be refunded;

3) Some itineraries do not offer room-sharing. Guests traveling alone on these itineraries must book and pay the single-room rate, for example, in the United States, Canada, Kenya, Egypt, etc. [Note: Customer service will notify you separately if an itinerary does not offer room-sharing].

(3) Tour Member Obligations

1. Participants must not engage in illegal activities during the tour.

2. When exercising their rights, participants must not harm the interests of the country, society or collective, or the legitimate rights and interests of others.

3. Observe public order and respect social ethics. Tour members must respect the dignity of tourism service staff and treat fellow group members with mutual respect and helpfulness. Respect local ethnic customs and traditions. Do not deface or write on landmarks or buildings, spit, litter, or engage in other uncivilized behavior.

4. Make an effort to learn the information needed for your trip and strengthen your awareness of personal safety. We recommend that travelers choose and purchase personal accident and other insurance themselves. During the trip, travelers should keep their luggage and belongings safe; valuables should be carried with them or otherwise protected. Unless a traveler specifically requests otherwise, the travel agency assumes that travelers have independently purchased overseas travel insurance and accepts no responsibility for consequences arising from a customer's failure to purchase insurance. (Note: The insurance mentioned here refers only to overseas travel insurance. Transport, entertainment and other activities include the corresponding insurance required by local law; this insurance is not covered by overseas travel insurance.)

5. When traveling, pay attention to the local weather and take care to ensure children's safety.

6. If a traveler voluntarily participates in a hazardous activity included in the regular tour itinerary, such as rock climbing, mountaineering, rafting, scuba diving or bungee jumping, any resulting disputes, property loss or personal injury are the traveler's responsibility and do not involve our company.

(4) Liability

1. We reserve the right to change accommodation locations, routes, sightseeing order, attractions, and departure dates as required by specific circumstances.

2. If circumstances beyond our company’s control arise, such as insufficient participation or problems with a ship or aircraft, we reserve the right to change or cancel the itinerary. If the itinerary is canceled, we will refund all fees paid by participants or recommend a similar alternative product. Our company is not liable for canceling any itinerary.

3. In the event of civil unrest, terrorist activities, a major infectious disease outbreak, natural disasters, calamities, disturbances, murder, riots, war, or other disasters beyond our company's control that may seriously endanger the personal safety of tour members, as well as unforeseen circumstances such as weather, traffic, or strikes, our company reserves the right to cancel or replace any tour activity before departure or after the trip has begun, and to shorten or extend the trip, provided tour members are notified in advance. Our company shall not be liable for any resulting additional expenses or losses, and tour members may not object or withdraw on these grounds.

4. As public safety conditions vary from country to country, travelers should take care of their personal and traffic safety and safeguard their belongings and luggage. If anything is lost or damaged during the trip due to loss, theft, robbery or other incidents, notify the tour leader and report it to the police promptly. Our company accepts no legal liability.

5. Travelers must carry a valid passport, visa pages, residence permit and other required documents. If a traveler has to leave the tour early because of problems with their documents or passport, they are responsible for this, and the remaining tour fees are non-refundable. If this affects the normal itinerary of other travelers, the traveler must pay the corresponding compensation.

6. If a traveler suffers personal injury or death, or loss of property, as a result of an incident during the itinerary (such as an accident while taking part in an entertainment or recreational activity, illness, death, a fall or injury during personal activities, or a breach of the rules and instructions set out in our company's terms), the traveler is responsible for all related liability and costs. Our company accepts no responsibility for such injury, death or property loss. Travelers must compensate our company for any resulting losses.

7. If a traveler deliberately fails to follow the rules or disrupts the group's normal activities or interests, our tour leader may cancel their participation in the tour. Fees paid will not be refunded, and our company accepts no responsibility for the traveler's actions after they leave the tour.

8. Times indicated in the itinerary are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to various circumstances beyond our control, such as weather, traffic jams, traffic accidents, holiday events, unrest, or strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If tour members have onward travel plans requiring other transportation to another city, we strongly recommend allowing at least 3 hours of extra time to avoid inconvenience caused by itinerary delays. Our company accepts no responsibility for losses incurred in self-arranged travel plans because tour members did not allow sufficient extra time.

(5) Overseas Travel Safety Guidelines and Other Important Notes

I. Helpful Information

1. Some attractions in Europe offer student discounts. Students are advised to bring their student cards.

2. Plug standards vary across European countries (for example, plugs in Italy and Switzerland differ from those used in Germany). Please bring the appropriate plug adapters if needed.

3. For safety reasons, European coach operators require all children to occupy a seat, regardless of age. As most coaches do not have child safety seats available, parents traveling with children under 3 may bring their own. However, each child safety seat occupies one passenger seat, and we cannot guarantee that all personal safety seats will be suitable for use on tour coaches. Please take note.

II. Safety Information

Clothing

1. European weather is changeable, so be sure to bring rain gear and a warm jacket.

2. Please take good care of your belongings and luggage. Our company accepts no responsibility for loss or theft.

3. Clearly label your luggage with your name and contact details for identification and to facilitate its return if found. If your luggage is lost, notify the relevant parties (such as the hotel or airline) and the police as soon as possible. If it cannot be recovered, keep a copy of the police report to make a claim with the relevant party or your insurance company (if you purchased insurance).

Food

1. Hotel breakfast: Europeans generally have a simple breakfast. Hotel breakfasts usually include only bread, coffee, tea, juice, etc. All hotels arranged by our company include a buffet breakfast;

2. Carry bottled water and snacks in case of need, especially for elderly travelers and children.

3. Do not drink unsafe water or eat food that is unhygienic, has an unusual smell, or is spoiled;

4. Do not accept or consume cigarettes, food, or drinks offered by strangers.

5. To prevent discomfort from changes in climate, water or food, bring any medicines you regularly use or may need. Travelers with chronic conditions should carry their medical records in case of emergency. Never take medicines provided by others without permission.

6. Our agency does not provide or arrange alcoholic drinks. Travelers who enjoy drinking should strictly limit their alcohol consumption during the trip. The person responsible is liable for all consequences of drunken misconduct, disruption of public order, infringement of others' rights, or financial loss to a third party.

Accommodation

1. Hotel facilities:

① European cities are relatively small, and centrally located hotels are extremely limited in number and size. Their facilities are often old and do not match the standards of comparable hotels in China.

② European hotels do not provide toothbrushes, toothpaste, or slippers. Please bring your own personal necessities.

③ Check that all the amenities provided in your hotel room are present and undamaged. If anything is missing or damaged, report it immediately to hotel staff or your tour guide.

④ For various reasons, including environmental considerations, the age of the buildings, and Europe’s cooler climate, many hotels do not have air conditioning.

⑤ Italian hotels are often in old buildings and generally provide blankets. Blankets are usually kept in the room closet; if none are available, please contact the front desk to request one.

⑥ Guests may bring a small travel hair dryer if needed.

⑦ German-style double beds are often one large bed with two sets of bedding. This bed type is common in most parts of Europe, whether travelers prefer one large bed or two single beds.

2. Hotel meals:

① European hotel rooms do not provide hot drinking water.

② Please do not waste food or take it away.

③ Breakfast hours vary from hotel to hotel in Europe. Please be sure to arrive at the restaurant early enough to eat during the time specified by the hotel, to avoid arriving late for personal reasons and finding that there is not enough food available.

④ Hotel food differs somewhat from what is served in China. Breakfast is generally simple (German breakfasts are more substantial; Italian breakfasts are the simplest, consisting only of bread and coffee). Lunch and dinner can also be modest, and their quantity and quality may fall well short of what you are used to at home.

3. Hotel safety tips:

① Please take good care of your valuables. Do not leave them in your hotel room, and avoid carrying large amounts of cash or expensive watches or jewelry. Keep your travel documents and belongings safe, and carry a photocopy of your travel documents and credit cards in case they are lost and need to be replaced. Our company accepts no responsibility for items that are lost or stolen. ② Please do not smoke in your hotel room. Any hotel fines resulting from this will be paid by the person responsible.

③ After checking into your hotel, familiarize yourself with its safety information. Check whether the room windows can be opened and where the firefighting equipment is located. Find out where the emergency exits and stairways are, and learn the evacuation routes.

④ Do not tell strangers the name of your hotel or room, and do not let strangers or people claiming to be hotel maintenance staff enter your room. Lock the door whenever you leave or enter. Before going to sleep, check that the door and windows are closed and the security lock is engaged. Keep your belongings close to you and do not leave them near the window or on the floor.

⑤ If you need to go out after checking into your hotel, inform your tour guide and pick up a hotel business card at the front desk. It lists the hotel’s address and phone number; if you get lost, you can use the address on the card to ask for help.

Getting around

1. Boarding and alighting:

① All tour participants must gather on time and depart promptly. Please arrive at the pickup point 15 minutes early. Our tour buses will not wait. Anyone who fails to gather at the agreed time and place or join the tour along the way will be considered to have forfeited the tour, with no refund.

② The pickup and drop-off times listed on the website are estimates. The exact pickup and drop-off locations are subject to confirmation by our company. (If traffic or other unforeseen circumstances prevent our bus from arriving at the pickup point on time, or if the time changes at short notice, we will notify you promptly. Please wait patiently.)

③ Vehicles include large coaches, minibuses, and 9-seat minibuses. Large coaches generally have dedicated luggage compartments, while minibuses and 9-seat minibuses have relatively limited luggage space. As bus luggage compartments are limited in size, we recommend taking as little luggage as possible. Our company will assign a vehicle based on the final group size, ensuring one seat per person.

④ To prevent excessive crowding near attractions, in most European cities buses must park some distance away, and drivers are not allowed to stop wherever they like. Violations can incur hefty fines. There may be some distance between the drop-off or pickup point and the attraction. We appreciate your understanding.

2. Safety tips for traveling by coach:

① Smoking is prohibited on the bus.

② Do not bring prohibited items.

③ Do not tamper with anything on the vehicle, to avoid unnecessary damage.

④ Follow your tour guide’s instructions during temporary bus stops and do not wander off.

⑤ When leaving the tour vehicle to visit attractions, dine, or shop, please ensure the windows are closed and take your valuables with you. The travel agency accepts no responsibility for anything lost or stolen.

⑥ As the journey is long and the vehicle is under heavy strain along the way, should the vehicle break down and affect the itinerary, the travel agency will promptly take remedial measures. Please cooperate.

III. Other Information and Important Notes

1. Please comply with local laws and regulations.

2. Be sure to carry the relevant documents and a valid passport with you.

3. When taking part in group activities, follow the tour leader's/guide's instructions and avoid leaving the group to ensure your safety.

4. Before taking part in any higher-risk activity, assess your personal health and abilities, and follow the activity's safety instructions, such as wearing a life jacket, fastening a seat belt, and wearing suitable or specified clothing. Travelers are strongly advised to avoid these activities during free time on the trip. If a traveler insists on participating, they do so at their own risk.

5. Do not take part in entertainment activities that may be illegal.

6. Pay attention to and heed all warnings. For example, do not wander around or feed the animals in a wildlife park.

7. Exercise particular caution when visiting areas with poor public safety, and avoid going out alone.